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What can help to manage fibromyalgia?

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Regular moderate exercise is key to controlling fibromylagia. You'll want to do low-impact activities that build your endurance, stretch and strengthen your muscles, and improve your ability to move easily -- like yoga, tai chi, Pilates, and even walking. Exercise also releases endorphins, which fight pain, stress, and feeling down -- and it can help you sleep better.

You can try complementary therapies, including massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic manipulation, to ease aches and stress. A counselor, therapist, or support group may help you deal with difficult emotions and how to explain to others what's going on with you.

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